2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 294 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B2300 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | B2300 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |